URL Shortener
Create compact links and reuse them later from this browser.
Create Short Link
This shortener stores links in your browser storage. Generated short links work in this app domain.
Saved Short Links
Recent links created from this browser.
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About this tool
Create short, clean links from long URLs and track them locally in your browser. Short links are easier to share in messages, print on materials, or include in social media posts where character limits matter. Our URL shortener stores your links in your browser's local storage, so they are available only on your device — no account needed and no data sent to external servers. You can see all your created short links, copy them with one click, and use them right away. This tool is ideal for marketers, content creators, and anyone who regularly shares links and wants them to look cleaner.
How to use — step by step
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Open the URL Shortener
Go to the free URL Shortener on Instant Tools Hub. No account or sign-up required.
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Paste your long URL
Copy the long URL you want to shorten and paste it into the input field.
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Click Shorten
Press the Shorten button. A short link is generated instantly and saved in your browser's local storage.
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Copy and use the short link
Click Copy to copy the short link. Use it in social media posts, SMS messages, or print materials for a cleaner appearance.
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Manage your links
View all your created short links in the links history panel. Copy any previous link with one click. Links are stored locally on your device.
Common use cases
Social media posts
Shorten affiliate or referral links before posting on Twitter or Instagram where long URLs look unprofessional.
SMS campaigns
SMS has a 160-character limit — short links save space and improve click-through rates.
Print materials
Put a short, memorable URL on a business card or poster that people can type without errors.
Link tracking
Keep a local record of all links you have shortened and quickly copy them for reuse.
Frequently asked questions
Where are my shortened links stored?
All links are saved in your browser's local storage. They are not synced across devices or backed up to any server.
Do the short links expire?
They remain available as long as you do not clear your browser data. There is no expiry date.
Can I share the short link with others?
The short link format is local and may not resolve on other devices in all cases. For public short links, a hosted service may be more suitable.
Is there a limit on how many links I can create?
No hard limit. Browser local storage is typically 5–10 MB, enough for thousands of short links.